Crime Safety Grade

A

Temecula, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 19+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Temecula Safe?

With an overall crime index of 22, Temecula has a 78% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 641. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Meadowview earning an A+ grade while Los Ranchitos rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Temecula
22
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
22
78% below average
Violent Crime
39
61% below average
Property Crime
35
65% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Temecula

1 in 641

Property crime: 1 in 714

Where Is It Safe in Temecula?

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Temecula Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 32% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 79% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 21 ▼ 79%
Assault Violent 27 ▼ 73%
Robbery Violent 68 ▼ 32%
Burglary Property 28 ▼ 72%
Larceny / Theft Property 23 ▼ 77%
Vehicle Theft Property 53 ▼ 47%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Temecula Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Meadowview A+ 25
2 Morgan Hills A+ 0
3 Rainbow Canyon A+ 28
4 Vail Ranch A+ 26
5 The Summit Rancho Highlands A+ 17
6 Vintage Hills A+ 12
7 Redhawk A+ 15
8 Wolf Creek A+ 14
9 Rancho Vista Estates A+ 23
10 Lake Village A+ 16
11 Hearthside A+ 16
12 Sterling Ranch A+ 14
13 Paseo del Sol A+ 6
14 Crowne Hill A+ 14
15 Harveston A+ 3
16 Vailwood A 28
17 Santiago Estates A 51
18 Santiago Ranchos A 51
19 Los Ranchitos A 51

Temecula Crime by Zip Code

92592
A Index: 22
92591
A Index: 43
92590
A- Index: 79

Temecula Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
113,117
Median Income
$98,631
Home Value
$464,998
Median Rent
$1,935
Home Ownership
66%

Racial Demographics

White
62.8%
Black
4.7%
Hispanic
27.2%
Asian
12.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Temecula?
Temecula has an overall crime index of 22, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Temecula are rated A or B for safety.
Is Temecula safe to live in?
Temecula has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Temecula?
The safest neighborhoods in Temecula based on crime data include Meadowview, Morgan Hills, Rainbow Canyon, Vail Ranch, and The Summit Rancho Highlands. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Temecula crime compare to the national average?
Temecula's overall crime index is 22 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 78% lower than the typical US city.

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